2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B2300 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | B2300 | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 84 L |
